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supernumerary

adjective

/ˌsuːpərˈnuːmərɛri/

Meaning

Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.

The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes.

extra, surplus, additional, redundant, excessive

essential, necessary, required

supernumerary staff, supernumerary actors, supernumerary teeth, supernumerary post

extremely small; tiny; detailed; precise

Relating to the earliest ages in history; ancient and primitive.

capable of being divided or separated

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Kind, mild, or tender in nature or behavior

Relating to, written for, or performed by a choir or chorus.